There’s a new study on how music gives us chills (and which songs will do it)
April 23rd, 2019 | by Alan Cross
We’ve all experienced moments when a piece of music sends a shiver through our bodies. Scientists call this “emotion arousal”
Browsing the "Medical Mysteries of Music" Category
Study says that listening to music while taking painkiller makes it more effective.
March 28th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Investigations from the University of Utah say that listening to music while taking a certain type of pain medication can
New study says that death metal inspires joy.
March 14th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
If you’re not acquainted with metal and metal culture, you might find that headline a little hard to believe. But
This new tech uses music to help dementia patients
March 6th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
As someone who has seen firsthand how music can calm and comfort people with dementia, I’m all for anything that
This headphone-tuning room is so quiet no one can stand to be inside for more than 45 minutes.
March 2nd, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Ever tried a sensory deprivation tank? You float there in the dark with just your thoughts, something that can be
Listening to music “significantly impairs creativity.” Wait–what?
March 1st, 2019 | by Alan Cross
The results of this study will come as a shock to anyone who listens to music at work. I’ve even
Want to live a healthier life? Start making music.
February 12th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
We all know about the health benefits of music. But if you want to take things to the max, you
Wellness, work, and music — how it all comes together
January 28th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
[This was my weekend column for GlobalNews.ca. – AC] There doesn’t seem to be any real evolutionary reason for homo sapiens to
Stressed? These are allegedly the ten best songs for reducing anxiety
November 30th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Everyone uses music to relax. But is there a way to maximize the amount of anxiety reduction? Yes, according to neuroscience.
Another cautionary tale about Christmas music
November 29th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
It’s that time of year again. Christmas music is everywhere, whether you like it or not. Stores and restaurants have
Can music help you sleep?
November 18th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Reader Tom, whom we might assume is suffering from insomnia, sends us this link to WebMD about the use of
Are you buggering up your hearing? Better read this.
November 13th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Hearing loss can be a natural function of aging. Why hurry it along by abusing your ears when you’re younger?
Fun with MRIs: Here’s what’s going on in a beatboxer’s head when performing
November 9th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
How does a beatboxer get those percussive sounds using just their mouths? Nimisha Patil is not only a researcher at
A good question: Why does music sound better when you’re high?
October 22nd, 2018 | by Alan Cross
The Great Canadian Social Experiment with Pot™ continues. I’ll be honest: it’s a bit surreal seeing government PSAs talking about
What’s the best music for study and boosting mental productivity? Let’s find out.
October 18th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
As we hurtle towards the end of the years, students are faced with end-of-term assignments and exams. What’s the best
This is what listening to music does to your brain while you work
September 30th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Most places of business allow employees to listen to music at work because it can promote wellbeing, productivity, and concentration.
Ever lose yourself in music and then find hours have gone by? Why does that happen?
September 13th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
When the music is right, it’s easy to get lost in some sort of fugue, the kind where time seems
A good question: Why does music make us feel good?
September 6th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Music is one of life’s great pleasures. But why? Why does it make us feel good? Let’s go to Aeon.co
Is music really good for you? Let’s look at the science
September 3rd, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Sure, we love music but is it actually good for our heatlh? Let’s take a look. Click on the image
Music therapy is a thing because it works. Here’s how it can help you or a loved one.
August 30th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
For reasons unknown to evolutionary biologists, our brains seem to be hardwired for music. Did these parts of our brains
Do you exercise to music? Then read this.
August 26th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
In order to stave off the heart disease in my family’s genes, I’ve been visiting a personal trainer three times
A good question: What happens to your brain when you hear your favourite song?
August 16th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
We all know the feeling: a tingle, a shiver, an unconscious need to move. These are all physiological reactions to
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